I like buying these types of tools not just because of their excellent quality, but because it's like owning a piece of American history. I've bought a few variations of these Malcos, USA made Vise Grips, USA made Craftsman adjustable wrenches sizes 4"-12" (also cleaned out the competition on Project Farm), and I should be getting a Sotz Monster Maul from ebay tomorrow. I just admire quality tools and wish we could go back to that era of great engineered tools. I also just ordered some classic Klein electrical shears 2100-7, and Crescent slip joint pliers though I doubt if theyre still American made.
A buddy of mines dad worked at the factory that made these. He claims the factory was never more than 10% capacity and the reason for poor sales was little to no marketing at all. Such a shame, I think these were some of the best on the market.
Is that right. Well the product was 3 years in development, so production must have started when COVID started? That timing didn’t help. It also takes a while for a product to take off. Thanks for sharing.
Malco is an enigma. Most of their products are top notch, yet they do absolutely nothing to market them. I don’t really understand how they’re even in business.
I just bought a pair of Malco vicegrip type pliers recently at a sale price....and the quality is really top notch. They now hang over my drill press to be ready for daily usage.
Rubbermaid (Newell) purchased Vise Grip, moved all the jobs to China, closed and sold the facility by 2008. About a decade later Stanley purchased Vice Grip, as part of their acquisition of Irwin from Newell. Stanley greatly improved the quality of the vise grips, and kept manufacturing in China. Shortly after Stanley made the acquisition, Malco moved into the factory space that had been on the market for a decade, in Iowa, but just the space was reused to manufacture the knock offs of the vise grips. There was nothing left of the factory and Stanley never owned it. The rest is a continuing expensive lesson for Malco to do some market research before you make something no one wants. Sad. The “good” paying jobs at the factory paid $15 an hour.
If doesn't say Petersen, just another crappy copy. Plus, They can be found at yard sales and flea markets for a bargain price, and Made in USA. Every Snap on tool I've owned has never held up here on the farm
Got a pail of vintage Vise Grips. I'll buy up imports and modify for special uses as needed. Not a big fan of heavily chromed jaws, a bit greasy when new and you have to gouge the work to get a good grip.
How does the Malco Eaglegrip compare to Knipex 41 14 250? The eaglegrip is expensive for those who live outside the US, I can buy 3 Knipex for the price of one Eaglegrip. But on the other hand they seem very well made and sturdy. I'm in doubt about choosing the Eaglegrip, Knipex or Facom 501A. If have the money I would buy all of them 😅.
The head and jaws of the Eagle Grips appear much stronger with thicker steel reinforcement. I imagine the steel is stronger too. Much of the Chinese steel is so poor, it breaks with the slightest force.
nice pliers i have one that i keep as a wall decoration since its soo shinie haha... but my goto for working pliers is chinese made one they work great.
I like buying these types of tools not just because of their excellent quality, but because it's like owning a piece of American history. I've bought a few variations of these Malcos, USA made Vise Grips, USA made Craftsman adjustable wrenches sizes 4"-12" (also cleaned out the competition on Project Farm), and I should be getting a Sotz Monster Maul from ebay tomorrow. I just admire quality tools and wish we could go back to that era of great engineered tools. I also just ordered some classic Klein electrical shears 2100-7, and Crescent slip joint pliers though I doubt if theyre still American made.
You named some excellent tools there. Thanks for sharing! 👍
A buddy of mines dad worked at the factory that made these. He claims the factory was never more than 10% capacity and the reason for poor sales was little to no marketing at all. Such a shame, I think these were some of the best on the market.
Is that right. Well the product was 3 years in development, so production must have started when COVID started? That timing didn’t help. It also takes a while for a product to take off. Thanks for sharing.
Malco is an enigma. Most of their products are top notch, yet they do absolutely nothing to market them. I don’t really understand how they’re even in business.
@@KSMike1 good point! 👍
ViseGrips along with ChanneLock , Estwing , Plumb , Williams and Armstrong are American Tool Icons
That’s right they are and nice when it stays that way. Thanks for watching! 🇺🇸
By far worth every dollar When all the others fail, this will do the job
They are a good price for good USA 🇺🇸 made quality. Thanks for watching!
I just bought a pair of Malco vicegrip type pliers recently at a sale price....and the quality is really top notch. They now hang over my drill press to be ready for daily usage.
Good deal. Thanks for watching!
Rubbermaid (Newell) purchased Vise Grip, moved all the jobs to China, closed and sold the facility by 2008. About a decade later Stanley purchased Vice Grip, as part of their acquisition of Irwin from Newell. Stanley greatly improved the quality of the vise grips, and kept manufacturing in China. Shortly after Stanley made the acquisition, Malco moved into the factory space that had been on the market for a decade, in Iowa, but just the space was reused to manufacture the knock offs of the vise grips. There was nothing left of the factory and Stanley never owned it. The rest is a continuing expensive lesson for Malco to do some market research before you make something no one wants. Sad. The “good” paying jobs at the factory paid $15 an hour.
Thanks for the Stanley quality information, that makes sense that it has improved. Thanks for commenting & watching! 👍
The plant is in nebraska
You are absolutely correct. Where did I get Iowa 🙄
Malco pliers are awesome, why wouldnt you want them
If doesn't say Petersen, just another crappy copy. Plus, They can be found at yard sales and flea markets for a bargain price, and Made in USA. Every Snap on tool I've owned has never held up here on the farm
These are by far the best ive ever used. Way better than Chinese made ones. Im at mechanic work 15 years
Well said, they are great! Thanks for watching! 👍
Just bought both 7" and 10" curved and straight versions after I watched this video.
Thanks, let me know what you think! 👍
I just ordered a pair. Hopefully, they're going to be a Nebraska-made set.
They should be, thanks for watching! 👍
Got a pail of vintage Vise Grips. I'll buy up imports and modify for special uses as needed.
Not a big fan of heavily chromed jaws, a bit greasy when new and you have to gouge the work to get a good grip.
Thanks for sharing & thanks for watching! 👍
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I like USA made products as well, thanks for watching!
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How does the Malco Eaglegrip compare to Knipex 41 14 250?
The eaglegrip is expensive for those who live outside the US, I can buy 3 Knipex for the price of one Eaglegrip.
But on the other hand they seem very well made and sturdy.
I'm in doubt about choosing the Eaglegrip, Knipex or Facom 501A. If have the money I would buy all of them 😅.
It’s got a higher spec than Knipex, but if you’re out of the states, you’ll have to act accordingly. Thanks for sharing & watching. 👍
I wish they made a needle nose version
That would be nice. Thanks for watching!
The head and jaws of the Eagle Grips appear much stronger with thicker steel reinforcement. I imagine the steel is stronger too. Much of the Chinese steel is so poor, it breaks with the slightest force.
Thanks for commenting and watching! 👍
nice pliers i have one that i keep as a wall decoration since its soo shinie haha... but my goto for working pliers is chinese made one they work great.
Thanks for the feedback and thanks for watching!
Bad Marketing is what kills a brand. Look at how Milwaukee markets their tools..
Yes it can. Thanks for watching!
Its hard to justify spending $50+ apiece when i can buy the milwaukee 10 piece for 89 sonetimes i do own 12 pairs of eage grips though lol.
12… seriously? lol
@projectpinehills there $30 at harry j epstein I do a lot of fab work so I loaded up on the 8 and 11in Clamps I'll probably pick up a few more lol
@@dshiznit12agood deal!